Overview

Thanks to everyone that attended this sold-out event in 2026. We look forward to seeing you all on January 22, 2027! Info on the 2026 dinner appears below. Tickets for the 2027 event will go on sale in November 2026.

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Celebrate Scotland’s national poet with a formal event in downtown Toronto!

The St. Andrew’s Society is greatly looking forward to welcoming members and guests to our traditional Burns Dinner in conjunction with the University Club of Toronto. The event follows the time-honoured format with the Address to a Haggis, the toast to The Immortal Memory and toasts to the Lassies and Laddies and musical entertainment.

We are delighted to have Head of the Scottish Government in Canada John Devine LVO, OBE as our guest speaker to toast The Immortal Memory. Born and raised in Glasgow, John is delighted to represent the Scottish Government in Canada – Scotland’s close ally and friend, with many shared perspectives on current global challenges and a warmth and affection between our peoples, unrivalled in the world.

We are also delighted after several years to welcome again renowned Canadian-Scottish tenor John McDermott for our musical entertainment during the evening.

Tickets

Tickets (inclusive of wine) are $155 for members of the St. Andrew’s Society and the University Club of Toronto and $165 for non-members. Capacity for the Club venue is limited to approx. 115, so avoid disappointment and obtain your tickets early!

Tickets are available thro’ January 19th (while quantities last). Groups of 4 or more are invited to make payment directly by way of Interac to the St. Andrews Charitable Foundation thro’ “info@nullstandrewstoronto.ca”  with the notation that you are paying for Burns Night Dinner and providing a contact e-mail address. University Club members may apply directly through the Club

Dress Code

The Burns Dinner is a formal event – black tie or business suits for men — kilts and tartan encouraged. Those wishing to get outfitted in Highland dress may wish to contact William Glen & Son. They have a wide variety of sashes, kilts and other accessories.

Dinner Menu

• Appetizer: Lobster bisque
• Haggis, neeps and tatties
• Capon (garnishments etc. TBD)
• Dessert – Cranachan
• Coffee/tea

Please provide details of any dietary restrictions at time of ticket purchase.

A vegetarian meal can be selected as an option for each guest during the purchase process. Dietary restrictions can also be noted at this time.

We look forward to seeing you there!